1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (95 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | 75 | VX220 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 54 L |